Both Elina Svitolina and Gael Monfils have found their grit back since their French Open run. Gael Monfils has now started off his US Open swing with an astounding victory over the new American tennis favorite, Christopher Eubanks, at the Canadian Open. However, no victory seems to surpass his love and admiration for his newborn daughter, Skai. The new father loves hanging out with his daughter and does not mind, even if his wife is not there.

The former world no.6 captured his compatriots’ hearts with his grueling performance at the French Open. However, his run was cut short because of an injury. Nonetheless, at the end of the day, it is the off-court time he gets spends with his daughter that really counts for him.

Gael Monfils rejoices in spending time with Skai while Elina Svitolina remains busy

The Canadian Open run of Monfils has got off to a good start. The French player secured a three-set victory over American player Christopher Eubanks. Before this, his run at the Citi Open was cut short after his third-round match, while his wife Elina Svitolina remained busy till the quarter-finals.

However, as Mama Svitolina was busy with her on-court action, Papa Monfils had a gala time with their newborn daughter, Skai. During his Canadian Open press conference, he stated, “It was too good. It’s the next chapter. It’s tomorrow, I feel.” 

He narrated how his loved ones want him to excel, but his world revolves around his daughter. He stated, “My team & wife, everyone wants me to keep playing. But when I spend time with my daughter, this is it. This is it for me.”

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The proud parents of Skai have been pushing themselves to give their best on the court. However, along with that, they remember where their priorities lie. Hence, Svitolina wants a few traits that she wants Skai to learn from her.

Svitolina on teaching some important life lessons to Skai

Her little daughter is only nine months old. However, Svitolina still wants to pass on some practical lessons to her daughter. In an interview, Svitolina expressed how she wants her to see her fighting spirit. She knows she is not going to be at her peak when Skai gets older. But The Ukranian star still wants Skai to see her play so that she can be fearless and fight for what she believes in. 

Given that both of Skai’s parents are two of the most beloved and respected tennis players, she is only going to get the best of both worlds.

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